18 years I was a tin knocker, HVAC sheet metal Mech. Retired to follow a dream of working with exotic animals primarily reptiles. Worked for 15 years breeding and selling critters all over the world. Worked with most of the venomous reptiles available and wrote a feature article for Reptile Mag. Trying to get a 2 foot cobra in a 16 oz deli cup will keep you on your toes. Was only bit once by a E. Diamond Back way back in 72. My fault. lol